Dear Elder Smith,
You are hereby called to serve as a missionary of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. You are assigned to labor in the Washington Kennewick Mission. It is anticipated that you will serve for a period of 24 months.
You should report to the Mexico Missionary Training Center on Wednesday, January 29, 2014. You will prepare to preach the gospel in the Spanish language.

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Our Winter Wonderland

December 7, 2015

Family and Friends,

Oh the weather outside is frightful, but the fire is so delightful. This week we got about 4 feet of snow and I absolutely love it! We are sliding in our Toyota Corolla and I'm finally learning how to drive in the snow. I'm a California kid and highly inexperienced and inadequate, therefore I take it slow.

On Wednesday, I received an unexpected call from President Lewis and he informed me that I would be transferred to Leavenworth. Leavenworth is one of the biggest attractions for Christmas in the state of Washington. It is an old Bavarian styled village that attracts 2 million people during the Christmas season. Our purpose is to advertise the new Christmas video, "A Savior is Born." My new companions are Elder Gleed and Elder Tays. They also will be returning home on December 18th. President Lewis definitely received heaven sent inspiration for placing missionaries in Leavenworth. What an incredible way to spread the Christmas cheer and share that Jesus Christ is the true gift of Christmas. We contacted over 500 people over the course of four days and all together did a total of over 42 hours of service. The members of this ward are phenomenal and have already had a deep impact on my heart. I mentioned that in my testimony on Sunday about their "impact" and one of the members found it comical because the night before she backed into our car. What a pun, right?! Anyways, life is just wonderful and we feel as if we are in a winter wonderland. I've never been so sore and exhausted, but I can't think of a more exciting way to end these greatest two years of my life. Please see the pictures attached to appreciate the beauty of Leavenworth. A quick side note. After talking to several people this week with many types of backgrounds, EVERYONE is interested in coming closer to our Savior this holiday season. Please don't be frightened to share the gospel. If you are, I would invite you to read, "A Word for the Hesitant Missionary" by Elder Uchtdorf. This short two minute video is very non-threatening. Please please please share the spirit of Christmas with all of your loved ones.

Although this news was exciting, I will greatly miss Elder Kiser. He's actually sitting right next to me because we are in the same zone, so I don't miss him toooo much;) I'm grateful and appreciative for his righteous example in my life.

Washington Yakima Mission

Favorite Scripture: Ether 12:4 Wherefore, whoso believeth in God might with surety hope for a better world, yea, even a place at the right hand of God, which hope cometh of faith, maketh an anchor to the souls of men, which would make them sure and steadfast, always bounding in good works, being led to glorify God.

My Family

*My Sister*

My lovely Sister, Tara Faye Smith. She is currently attending Brigham Young University Hawaii and recently got engaged. Words cannot describe how much I love her and how grateful I am to have had her by my side for the past 19 years.

*My Mom*

My mom has served as an inspiration and role-model to our entire family. She's my best friend and someone I can continuously count on in a time of need. I just love my momma.

*My Dad*

My Dad and I have always had a strong relationship. He has persistently encouraged myself to become a worthy Priesthood holder and has taught me to value life. I love my Dad and would be lost without him.

Called to Serve

Words cannot describe how grateful I am to serve the Lord and build the Kingdom of God. Thank you to my family, friends, and the Lord for inspiring me to become a full-time missionary.

Feasting Upon the Words of Christ

2 Nephi 32:3

Angels speak by the power of the Holy Ghost; wherefore, they speak the words of Christ. Wherefore, I said unto you, feast upon the words of Christ; for behold, the words of Christ will tell you all things what ye should do.